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Defending the faith unit 8
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Religious Studies
11th Grade
05/26/2013

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Term
T or f
religious pluralism argues that claims to relative truth are a hindrance to peace and harmony
Definition
False
Term
T or f
There is a large element of truth in the charge that religion has been the cause of endless wars misery and bloodshed
Definition
True
Term
T or f
In the past century secular ideologies were imposed with none of the absolutism that is sometimes ascribed to religious extremism with the result that many millions lived happy healthy lives
Definition
False
Term
T or f
The pluralist sees the emphasis on differences among the various religions as responsible for causing trouble
Definition
True
Term
T or f
The main objective of all religions is to stimulate good behavior
Definition
False
Term
T or f
Versions of the golden rule can be found in Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and confucianism, as well as in ancient philosophy
Definition
True
Term
T or f
Hinduism is pantheistic
Definition
True
Term
T or f
Islam and Judaism deal with guilt by incoming the doctor of karma
Definition
False
Term
T or f
Islam denies that Jesus died on the cross
Definition
True
Term
T or f
Judaism doctrine of salvation depends on personal merit
Definition
True
Term
T or f
In Christianity, salvation is not earned by good works and merit; it is a free gift of God
Definition
True
Term
T or f
The heart of the problem with pluralism: our culture is pluralist about facts, but not about values
Definition
False
Term
T or f
The heart of the Christian message is not a statement of values at all but the announcement of a new fact, the fact of Jesus Christ himself
Definition
True
Term
Which of the following statements belongs to the pluralist point of view
A. The main objective of religions is concern for God or the gods
B. That all religions would accept that their distinctive doctrines are of ultimate importance.
C. That all religions would accept that their distinctive doctrines are of relatively minimal importsnce
D. A and b
E. A and c
Definition
C
Term
If there is a supreme being
A. Our first duty is surely to him, and then to our neighbors
B. Our first duty is to our neighbord through whom we ultimately serve him
C. It does not matter if I have treated my neighbor well
D. B and c
E. All of the above
Definition
A
Term
Judaism Christianity and Islam teach what about the material world?

A. The material world was created good
B. Our material bodies are likewise essentially good since they were designed and created in God's image
C. Though spoiled by sin and subject to corruption and death, there is the possibility of eventual resurrection and glory
D. A and b
E. All of the above
Definition
E
Term
The central teaching of Christianity on the material world is
A. The incarnation of the son of God in a human body
B. The incarnate son of God's bodily resurrection
C. The incarnate son of God's bodily ascension into heaven
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Definition
E
Term
Which of the following is not associated with the Hindu and Buddhist concept of human guilt?
A. Karma
B. Reincarnstion
C. Suffering
D. Forgiveness
E. C and d
Definition
D
Term
Which of the three monotheistic religions teaches that salvation is based on meritous deeds?
A. Judaism
B. Christianity
C. Islam
D. A and c
E. None of the above
Definition
D
Term
If the Christian view of salvation is viewed as a path
A. then the gift of salvation is to be received at the end of that journey on the path
B. Then the gift of salvation is to be received at the beginning of that journey on the path
C. None of the above
Definition
B
Term
The certainty of assured salvation in Christianity should lead to
A. Arrogance
B. Irresponsible behavior
C. Character eager to do good works
D. None of the above
Definition
C
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